Furnishing Accessible Bedrooms.

Bedroom are our safe place. Where we can rest and recharge. No matter what the size, it should have that soothing effect that will make sure we feel relaxed. Big bright rooms, humble spaces, the design elements are here to reflect us. But when it comes to furnishing accessible bedrooms, less is totally more.

We already covered lighting, and pathways. But let’s not forget that good bed linens will make us feel welcome too. Sweet caresses to trigger our sleep. And there is actually not much to add to a bedroom for it to function to its greatest capacities.

Storage Capacity.

A closet is always a plus. Storage over and over again. It should be accessible and well organized with a variety of shelves at the appropriate height according to needs. Of course, it is okay to have some at a different height to store items that are not used everyday. Since we do have to store quite a variety of articles in our four seasons Maritime weather, we have to keep in mind our wardrobe is more extended that the strict necessary. But we should also exercise good judgement in keeping our wardrobe to the best functioning capacity.

Standing Right By Your Side.

A floating nightstand gets my vote anytime, preferably with rounded edges. A wall mounted shelf for example. It greatly facilitates cleaning day after day. Furnishing accessible bedrooms should focus on easy maintenance too. Once again a floor free of area rugs is a great asset as it is much simpler to clean on a regular basis. And not more tripping hazard !

To go back to our nightstand, a humble size will discourage us from overfilling the top, which makes it harder to find our essentials. And we do not need that much space by our side at night anyway. Most medication should be kept in a central location, not necessarily in the bedroom. Lamps should be fixed to the walls where possible. And all we really need on the nightstand should basically sum up in a good book, a handkerchief, a bottle of water and a telephone.

Yes, a telephone. Although it is greatly encouraged to keep all electronic devices out of the bedroom, a telephone is actually a necessity for any emergencies that could arise in the middle of the night. So a charged telephone by the bed is a must. And no, no charging station necessary. Devices should not be charged overnight anyway since it does alter the battery life over time. Plus the controversial emissions that arise during sleeping hours should not be totally dismissed, no matter what is our position on the subject.

Time to Turn Off The Light.

We should make sure we can actually block all the lights from inside the room, including the telephone’s pilot. Even the tiniest will have an impact on the quality and soundness of our sleep. So let’s cover our telephone with a light blocking fixture that not only will completely darken any reminiscent light but will also block any potential harmful radiation.

Maintaining Good Habits.

We should make sure the bed will be easy to make so it can be done more often. Nothing compares to going to sleep in fresh linens. Nothing like the crisp yet cozy feel of sheets thoroughly washed and dried on the line in our coastal breeze. And this is without stating the importance of good hygiene habits to keep in our lifestyle, no matter what physical or mental restriction we can experience at any given time.

Set your rest for success. Prepare your bedroom for tomorrow’s needs and start to enjoy it today.